Better to discuss rather than debate

When it comes to solving problems that affect a lot of people, it is always best to involve as many people as possible in a discussion and structure that discussion in a manner that will allow everyone to discuss their intended proposals completely until a final consensus is reached on how best to solve the problems.

We also have to realize that every solution proposed will have its difficulties and in involving as many people in the discussion/consensus building, there is a good probability that more people would continue to support the solution despite the difficulties.